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- 2.5-Hour Small Group Guided Tour
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- Ride Side-by-Side on Dual Lice Course
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Hawaii Ziplining Tours On Oahu, Maui, Kauai, & Big Island

Ziplining in Hawaii has become one of the most popular adventures for visitors of all ages. Whether flying tree-to-tree on a canopy tour or soaring side-by-side over valleys and gulches with spectacular views, you’re sure to have a thrilling day with friends and family on a zipline tour!

Zipline courses are the latest adventure activity to experience during your Hawai’i vacation. The thrill of speeding through the air on a zipline is an experience growing in popularity so each island has an array of courses to choose from.

Jungle Zipline Ramp And Guides Road To Hana Maui

Ziplinein With Family Princeville Ranch Kauai

Jungle Zipline Pully And Line Road To Hana Maui

Ziplines On Oahu

You don’t have to be a practiced adrenalin junkie to enjoy this dream activity! From single line courses soaring through forests and across mountain slopes in a treetop canopy tour or side-by-side zipping on parallel lines, ziplining has grown to become a safe and fun activity for the whole family! We can help you sort out the different kinds of course, the types of zipline gear, take-off and landings required and locations. You’ll also get the best price available, but be sure to book well in advance. These tours are so popular they are often sold out for weeks!

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Ziplines on Maui

The first commercial zipline course in the United States was built on Maui in 2002. Today there are 8 zipline courses on the island. Though it may seem like the idea of zipping down a cable through the forests, jungles, and mountain slopes is a fairly new activity for most of us – it’s not a new phenomenon. In fact, ziplines have been in use for hundreds of years! They were used daily in ancient China to cross deep river valleys and streams. They are still in use today as a standard mode of transportation in some parts of China such as in the Hongdae Valley were children cross a 260 ft. line over a 460 ft. deep gorge every day to get to school.

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Ziplines on Kauai

Ziplines on Big Island

An Introduction To Ziplining

Zipline tours are set up along a course usually running from a higher to lower elevation. The zipline gear and techniques can vary from seated chairs facing forward with handlebars to harnesses that allow you to turn and steer yourself. Some courses have takeoff and landing ramps while others have braking systems that ease you to a stop where you can be disconnected from the line by staff. Since the first commercial zipline course in the United States was built in 2002 right here in Hawaiʻi, the state has some of the most experienced guides and elite companies in the nation. Hawaiʻi has become the perfect place to experience this thrilling adventure through one of the many safe and comfortable tours available. Let us help you find the adventure of a lifetime with the perfect zipline course!

Ziplining FAQs

Can you take a camera on a zipline tour?

You can take a small camera or phone but you cannot carry it in your hands while zipping. You’ll need both hands to control your descent. Having it around your neck will not help either (strangled visitors - not good!) Many tours have helmets with GoPro mounts for rental cameras. (or bring your own).
What is a zipline tour?

A zipline tour is a guided tour across multiple ziplines and breathtaking landscapes. You’ll start at one zipline and progress through the rest while viewing and learning about the beauty that you’re traveling through.
What does zip lining mean?

zipline. zip·line. also zip-line. noun. A transportation system or piece of recreation equipment consisting of a cable stretched between points of different elevations, a pulley, and a harness or bar for attaching a rider, who moves by gravity.
How fast do you go on a zipline?

Your zipline canopy tour will take you on 4 different ziplines of varying lengths ranging from 250 ft.-1200 ft. Riders may reach speeds of up to 35-50 mph while ziplining.
Where is the world’s fastest zip line?

The world's fastest zip line hurls you through the mountains of Wales in the UK. Zip World Velocity in Bethesda is the fastest zip line in the world and the longest in Europe. Guests fly down the zip line head first, reaching speeds of 100mph.
How do zip lines stop?

Some ziplines are built using a more slack line that allows gravity to slow the rider before they reach the end. Other tours use bungee “breaking blocks” that slow the rider before landing or unloading on a platform. Still, others may give you gloves and teach you to slow yourself down by pressing on the cable to stop.
What should I wear or bring to zip line?
- Longer shorts, or pants and t-shirts that can be tucked in, so you're more comfortable in our full body harnesses.
- Wear sunscreen.
- Layer up! ...
- Remove any dangling jewelry and rings before arriving.
- Bring a camera! ...
- Cash to tip your amazing guides!

Things to Consider When Ziplining

Weight Restrictions
All ziplining tours have weight restrictions. The general requirements for children include a minimum age of 7 years old and a minimum weight of 80 lbs. Requirements for individual adults include a weight restriction of 270+ lbs. Some courses have been designed for smaller kids and heavier adults.
Shoes
Everyone must wear sturdy close-toed shoes. There is often running takeoffs and landings.
Physical Condition
It is recommended that you be in moderately good health and physical condition. Ziplining often requires some hiking and the ability to stand on your feet for a few hours.

Attire
Loose clothing and jewelry can be a problem on a zipline. If you have long hair it is recommended that you tie it back or wear a hat.
Weather Conditions
Weather can change quickly in Hawaiʻi at higher elevations and rain and wind can create some chilly conditions. Bring warm clothes or a light windbreaker. Some tours provide rain gear.
Loose & Unsecured Gear
Do not bring unsecured phones, keys or water bottles on a zipline tour as they can fall out while ziplining. Aside from losing your valuables in a deep gulch or valley, these items can also injure those working or traveling under the lines or platforms.
Physical Restrictions
Do not zipline if you: are pregnant, have existing or recurring injuries of the knees, back or legs or if you have any physical handicaps or disorders.

Fun Facts About Ziplining In Hawaii

Zipline Gear
Zipline gear consists of a climbing harness connected to a pulley with straps. Some harness and pulley combos allow you to turn freely while others hold you in a forward facing position.
Other Experiences Combined
Most of Maui’s zipline courses are pure thrill rides but several mix in added attractions such as suspension bridges, hikes through unique ecosystems or even a zipline drop into a pond.
Activities on Haleakala
On Haleakala, visitors can see the sunrise at the summit, ride a bicycle down the volcano and then do a zipline course all on the same tour.

Piiholo Zipline Canopy Tour Visitors and Tree

Zipline with Helicopters
Several zipline courses on Maui were strung using helicopters.
Zipline Cables
Ziplines use the same cables that are used to stop a 20,000-ton F-16 fighter jet on the deck of an aircraft carrier. Four of these 35mm thick steel cables are used to stop a jet fighter in 2 seconds!
North Carolina
North Carolina has 24 commercial zipline courses, the most of any state.
Commercial Ziplines
72 countries on six continents have commercial ziplines.

Other Names of Zipline
Ziplines are also known as zip wires, zippy’s, aerial runways or tyrolean traverses.
Fly Fox
In New Zealand and Australia ziplines are known as a “fly fox”.
Zipline since 1970s
Ziplines first became popular in the modern era when they were used in the 1970’s by scientists as a way of studying rainforests with minimal impact to the environment.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica was one of the first countries to offer zipline tours in the 1970’s.
Nowadays Ziplines
Today there are many portable backyard ziplines across the U.S. and they have become fun entertainment for carnivals, fundraising events and parties of all types.

Ziplines in United States
In 2002 there were 10 zipline companies in the United States. Today there are over 200.
The 1992 movie “Medicine Man”
The 1992 movie “Medicine Man” starring Sean Connery spurned the interest in ziplines tours in America. The movie depicted ziplines used by scientists in the Amazon rainforest.
The Fastest Zipline
The fastest zipline in the world is Great Britain’s Velocity Zipline by Zipworld in North Wales. Riders are suspended in a head first “superman” pose while wearing a flying suit, helmet and goggles. Guests can reach speeds of 100 mph on this 1,400 ft high line!

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Hawaii Zipline Tours

Hawaii Ziplining Tours On Oahu, Maui, Kauai, & Big Island

Ziplines On Oahu

Ziplines on Maui

Ziplines on Kauai

Ziplines on Big Island

An Introduction To Ziplining

Ziplining FAQs

Things to Consider When Ziplining

Fun Facts About Ziplining In Hawaii

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